Transfer Partners provided exclusive advisory services to the Neuenhauser Group on the carve-out of Europress Umwelttechnik to Vidia.

Europress Umwelttechnik, headquartered in Lathen in the Emsland region, specializes in the manufacture of custom machinery for the environmental and recycling markets—in particular balers, sorting systems, and conveyor technology. Founded in the 1990s, the company developed into a specialist in machinery for the sorting and compaction of waste and recyclables. In 2015, Europress Umwelttechnik joined the Neuenhauser Group under the leadership of managing partner Peter Poll and has since significantly expanded its range of machinery and established a stronger global presence. Today, Europress is active in the processing of paper and cardboard, plastics, PET bottles, metal waste, and commercial and household waste, among other areas.

Vidia is a medium-sized investment firm based in Munich that focuses on investments in the circular economy, renewable energy, electrification, and industrial materials to accelerate industrial decarbonization.

Together with Europress, Vidia is establishing a new division within its portfolio in the recycling and waste disposal sector, which is to be expanded through a long-term growth strategy.

As part of the transaction, Peter Poll, the company’s current managing partner, will remain with the company as managing director and shareholder to drive further growth and the company’s vision forward together with Vidia.

“Congratulations to all parties involved on this successful transaction. We are convinced that EUROPRESS has found the right partner in Vidia to further develop and expand its business, and that this investment also aligns with Vidia’s commitment to identifying rewarding investment opportunities in sustainable business sectors.”

Darius Lenhart
Partner, Transfer Partners

Transfer Partners’ mandate encompassed the entire M&A process, including the preparation of transaction-related documentation, oversight of the due diligence process, and support for negotiations through to the successful signing and closing.